The fall of ‘El Menchito’ in the US: Keys to his conviction in Washington

• Rubén Oseguera, «El Menchito», sentenced in the U.S. for drug trafficking, faces life in prison.
• He was second-in-command of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) before his capture.
• His sentence could weaken the CJNG, though it remains resilient.

In the latest episode of the Óyenos Audio podcast, Mundo Narco, we explore the fall of «El Menchito.»

The heir to the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) was sentenced by a federal jury in Washington, D.C., on September 20, 2024.

At just 34 years old, Rubén Oseguera González, alias «El Menchito,» could face life imprisonment.

This, after being found guilty of conspiracy to traffic large quantities of cocaine and methamphetamine.

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The sentencing of «El Menchito» marks a crucial blow to the CJNG, one of Mexico’s most dangerous criminal organizations.

After two days of deliberations, the jury reached a unanimous verdict.

They accused Oseguera González of conspiracy to import drugs into the U.S. and employing firearms in carrying out these activities.

Prosecutors presented strong evidence of how «El Menchito» facilitated and led key operations.

Rubén Oseguera, son of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, better known as «El Mencho,» quickly rose through the cartel ranks.

He became second-in-command before his capture and extradition to the U.S. in 2020.

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The defense tried to downplay «El Menchito’s» role within the CJNG, arguing that Rubén Oseguera did not have the same control as his father.

However, the charges presented against him resulted from years of investigation, including testimonies from key informants.

The sentencing of «El Menchito» could represent a turning point for the CJNG, weakening its structure and operations.

However, experts warn that the cartel has shown a remarkable ability to adapt.

Despite the capture and sentencing of one of its top leaders, the case highlights the importance of international cooperation in the fight against drug trafficking.

Nevertheless, the CJNG remains a powerful and resourceful organization.

This case will be analyzed in-depth in the next episode of the Mundo Narco podcast.

Presented by journalists José Luis Montenegro and Jesús Lemus Barajas, who have closely followed the CJNG’s leadership.

The episode will break down the key points of the trial.

Including the consequences of the sentencing for the CJNG, and how this case reflects the cartel’s power on both sides of the border.

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